The Latest Breaking News from the Labour party

'Completely wrong': Labour's 'no money left' claim sparks economists' fury

LABOUR’S claim there is “no money left” to end a hated benefits cap blamed for pushing children into poverty has infuriated economists.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 18, 2023

'Two cheeks of same backside’: Alba leaflet takes swipe at Tories and Labour

THE Alba Party have slammed Keir Starmer, stating that Labour and the Tories are now “two cheeks of the same backside” ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 18, 2023

SNP challenge Keir Starmer amid Labour 'meltdown' over two-child limit U-turn

KEIR Starmer has been asked what “other cruel Tory policies” he would keep in place if elected prime minister after he outlined Labour’s…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 18, 2023

Labour civil war breaks out as MSPs slate Starmer over two-child benefit cap

TWO Labour MSPs have slammed Keir Starmer after he confirmed the party would not be ditching the two-child benefit cap.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 16, 2023

Keir Starmer leaves people asking 'what's the point' after 'painful' interview

MANY on Twitter have been left asking “what’s the point of Labour” after Keir Starmer’s interview with Laura Kuenssberg.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 16, 2023

Climate activists to stage weekly protests outside Labour offices over ‘U-turns’

Green New Deal Rising last week disrupted a major speech by Sir Keir Starmer and threatened to escalate action if its demands went ignored.

The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2023

By telling us so little about its policy plans, Labour tells us all we need to know

Crashing headlong into multiple crises, Britain needs bold solutions, not Keir Starmer’s cautious reserve, says Guardian columnist Frances Ryan

The Guardian - UK · Jul 13, 2023

Racism and the Labour party: investigation after investigation feeds an endless factional loop

Before becoming leader of the Labour party in September 2015, Jeremy Corbyn will have anticipated a fractious experience ahead. Labour leaders have almost always presided over party divisions, many of which have spilled over into crisis. For Corbyn, who swept to victory on the back of overwhelming support of the…

The Conversation · Jul 12, 2023

Axing tax breaks would have small effect on private school pupil numbers – IFS

The Labour Party has said it would end the tax exemptions enjoyed by private schools and use the revenue raised to help state schools.

The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2023

Starmer put ‘on notice’ by Unite leader after vote to retain ties with Labour

General secretary of union says party should not treat outcome as ‘blank cheque’ as rift remains with leadership

The Guardian - UK · Jul 10, 2023